| The Cult of the Virgin Mary: Psychological Origins Contributor(s): Carroll, Michael P. (Author) |
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ISBN: 0691028672 ISBN-13: 9780691028675 Publisher: Princeton University Press OUR PRICE: $50.35 Product Type: Paperback - Other Formats Published: May 1992 Annotation: Tracing devotion to Mary to psychological and historical processes that began in the fifth century, Carroll answers questions about why Mary is both "Virgin" and "Mother" simultaneously, why Marian apparitions have been reported over the centuries, and more. 12 tables. |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Religion | Christian Theology - Christology - Religion | Christianity - Catholic - Religion | History |
| Dewey: 232.91 |
| LCCN: 85043273 |
| Physical Information: 0.7" H x 6.02" W x 9.22" (0.92 lbs) 254 pages |
| Themes: - Religious Orientation - Catholic - Religious Orientation - Christian |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: Tracing devotion to Mary to psychological and historical processes that began in the fifth century, Michael Carroll answers intriguing questions: What explains the many reports of Marian apparitions over the centuries? Why is Mary both Virgin and Mother simultaneously? Why has the Marian cult always been stronger in certain geographical areas than in others? The first half of the book presents a psychoanalytic explanation for the most salient facts about the Marian cult and the second addresses the question of Marian apparitions. |